Meet Jackie
Curious. Imperfect. Deep in the horse-human rabbit hole.
I’m Jackie Wynn—lifelong horse girl, body nerd, and seeker of truths!
Shoshin Equestrian & SomaRide were born from my own shift—from striving for performance outcomes to seeking a two-way relationship, softness, and willingness with horses. “Shoshin” means beginner’s mind, and that mindset has become my compass as I explore the intersections of biomechanics, bodywork, nervous system awareness, and somatic movement—for both horse and human. This work is my heartfelt offering: part musings, part movement, and fully a place to explore what’s possible when we shift from control to curiosity with our horses—and ourselves. I intend to be ever evolving (my growth game is strong!!), and this space will reflect that.
After years in the show world, (as a rider, trainer, instructor, and even an A show groom) I came back to horses with fresh eyes and a new question: What if true partnership begins when we stop trying so hard and start listening more deeply? I am driven to support others so that they can also exploring the nuances of merging performance and connection.
My own re-return to riding after years off as a mom was the jumping point of my exploration beyond equine bodywork to the study of human movement and the nervous system. Through that I came upon Clinical Somatic Education. The improvements I felt in my body led me to get certified in Clinical Somatic Education through the Somatic Movement Center. In 2024, I became the fourth SMC Certified Exercise Instructor in all of Virginia. With a BS in Elementary Education, I have always had the heart of a teacher!
My work fully supports both horse and rider in showing up with more confidence and less pain to create happier rides.
Move better. Feel better. Ride better.
Specialties
- Integrated equine bodywork. I have a deep tool box with training in multiple modalities. My focus is on working with the horse holistically, not working on the horse, to achieve deep and lasting results.
- Postural assessment and supportive ground work
- Equine Craniosacral (certification is in process)
- Equine Reiki
- Somatic Exercise Practices based on Clinical Somatics & Hanna Somatics, for both horses and humans! I am certified as a Somatic Exercise Instructor through the Somatic Movement Center.
- Available to enhance your lesson program for unmounted rider workshops at your barn. Somatic exercises complement every discipline and every program--help your students increase their physical ability to follow your instructions! The horses will thank you!
